Nguom Ngao Cave - A stalactite palace in Cao Bang province

Nguom Ngao (“Tiger Cave” in the Tay ethnic language) in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang was discovered in 1921 by a French explorer. The name Nguom Ngao Cave evokes mystery, encouraging tourists to visit the top of Vietnam in Cao Bang to learn, explore, and experience a beautiful and magnificent stalactite palace.

Stalactites resembling a beautiful forest in the heart of Nguom Ngao Cave. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Stalactites in Nguom Ngao Cave in the shape of an overturned lotus flower. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

The many strange stalactites in Nguom Ngao Cave can overwhelm visitors. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Stalactites with a shape of a cactus in Nguom Ngao Cave. (Photo: VNA)

Stalactites inside Nguom Ngao Cave resembling part of Cao Bang’s Ban Gioc Waterfall. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

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